Associate Veterinarian - Animal Health Services - Kelso, WA

WellHaven Pet Health•Kelso, WA

2d•$150,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Health Services in Kelso, Washington, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to provide high-quality veterinary care and client service while supporting the well-being and productivity of the veterinary medical team. The practice welcomes both new graduates and experienced veterinarians. The role is onsite at the hospital or an approved offsite event location; remote work is not available. The posting describes three days per week as full-time, with full-time benefits available at 30 hours per week. The Associate Veterinarian works with the Principal Doctor and Practice Manager to support the hospital environment, medical quality, and business performance. The position involves practicing veterinary medicine in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, professional ethics, and WellHaven protocols; maintaining accurate medical records; communicating with clients; and contributing to staff training, community events, and hospital projects. The veterinarian should be proficient in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices, and be willing to train, lead, or manage support staff as needed. The work environment is a hospital with limited space, odors from pet waste, and noise such as barking. Schedules may include shifts of 10 or more hours, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays. Physical demands include standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and lifting more than 50 pounds. The role may involve exposure to animals that bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications, radiation near X-ray equipment, and prescription medications, including controlled substances. The stated salary range is $150,000–$200,000 plus production. The posting also invites applicants to ask about sign-on bonus and relocation support. WellHaven describes its network as providing hospital teams with support while allowing hospitals to remain autonomous, and emphasizes personal and professional growth and work-life balance.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
State Veterinary Board license; must be in good standing in the state(s) of employment on the first day of employment.
Ability to uphold integrity and ethics in actions and behaviors.
Ability to stay current with veterinary medicine through continuing education and professional development.
Motivation and determination to achieve goals and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Ability to provide consistent, high-quality, safe medical care.
Ability to set priorities and remain action-oriented.
Ability to work calmly and resiliently in an extremely fast-paced work environment.
Ability to learn new computer software systems, including EMR and scheduling systems.
High level of accountability.
Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, and ability to reach and grasp; visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
Ability to lift more than 50 pounds.
Ability to work schedules that may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Current USDA Accreditation.
Veterinary experience; the practice also welcomes new graduates.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent, high-quality veterinary care and safe, exceptional medical services.
Support a positive hospital environment, uphold medical standards, and contribute to business performance.
Follow WellHaven protocols and practices, and oversee employees in prioritizing practice goals.
Collaborate with the Principal Doctor on development plans aligned with hospital objectives.
Practice in compliance with the State Veterinary Practice Act, controlled-substance laws, the WellHaven Code of Ethics, and other applicable requirements.
Maintain thorough and accurate medical records and meet hospital quality-control standards.
Communicate comprehensively with clients in person, by phone, and by email as needed.
Participate in community events, external marketing initiatives, and hospital projects.
Demonstrate proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices.
Advocate for exceptional client service and patient well-being.
Provide medical training to support staff and train, lead, or manage staff as required.
Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional customer service; adapt communication to clients and resolve complaints as appropriate.
Lead and guide the team in meeting hospital safety standards and DEA and OSHA regulations.
Meet OSHA standards and regulations outlined in company policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Full-time benefits available at 30 hours per week.
Sign-on bonus (applicants are invited to ask about it).
Relocation support (applicants are invited to ask about it).
Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual.
No non-compete agreements.
Leadership opportunities.
Up to 200 hours of PTO, including holidays, continuing education, and sick time.
Comprehensive health coverage and a generous HSA contribution.
Continuing education allowance that can flex with the veterinarian's interests.
Pet wellness plans.
Scrub allowance.